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Satisfy your sweet tooth and embark on a delightful journey through the charming Hawke’s Bay countryside, celebrated for its artisanal producers and irresistible treats. With your friendly local guide leading the way, you’ll discover the best of the region’s honey, chocolate, and fresh fruit ice cream on an unforgettable foodie adventure, which is perfect for the whole family.
- Small Group Tour
- Pick up & drop off from Napier.
- Comfortable transport with a friendly local guide
- Guided honey tasting and interactive experience at Arataki Honey
- Selection of 3 handcrafted chocolates per person at Silky Oaks
- Self-guided admission to the Chocolate Thru’ the Ages Museum
- Visit to a local gem where we will taste freshly made, New Zealand real fruit ice cream
- Stunning Hawke’s Bay countryside views along the journey
* To request Alternative start times or tour customisations
- Book on our Mates Travel website.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet you at your chosen pick-up location. The driver guide will hold a sign with your name and tour name written on it.
* To request Alternative start times or tour customisations
- Book on our Mates Travel website.
This tour requires a minimum number of guests to operate. If minimum numbers are not met, the tour may be rescheduled or cancelled. In this case, we’ll contact you with alternative dates, tours or offer a full refund.
Itinerary
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1
Step into a chocolate lover’s dream at Silky Oak Chocolates. You’ll enjoy a selection of handcrafted chocolates, served in Silky Oaks boutique factory shop. As you savour each bite watch the factory action through the viewing windows. After tasting, explore the fascinating Chocolate Thru’ the Ages Museum, where you’ll journey through 3,000 years of chocolate history – from ancient Aztec traditions to modern-day treats. This self-guided museum is the only comprehensive chocolate museum in the Southern Hemisphere and a hidden gem of Hawke’s Bay.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Arataki Honey Visitor Centre
Discover the world of New Zealand’s most famous honey at Arataki Honey. Enjoy a friendly meet-and-greet with their knowledgeable staff, who’ll share the fascinating story of how bees create liquid gold. Step into the interactive visitor centre to see a live hive in action and sample a delicious range of honeys – from smooth clover to powerful manuka. It’s an experience that’s equal parts educational and sweet, perfect for all ages.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Enjoy a visit to Birdwoods Gallery – Set in the beautiful Hawke’s Bay countryside just outside Havelock North, Birdwoods is a charming destination featuring an eclectic art gallery, expansive sculpture garden, cosy café and an old-fashioned sweet shop. Housed in a lovingly restored historic church hall, it’s the perfect place to enjoy locally inspired food, browse unique art and handmade treasures, and soak up the relaxed gardens and creative atmosphere.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
We will take you to a Kiwi gem to Experience a true Kiwi classic, real fruit ice cream — a refreshing swirl of creamy vanilla ice cream or yoghurt blended on the spot with fresh seasonal berries or fruit. This beloved New Zealand treat bursts with natural fruit flavours and is the perfect way to cool down while savouring the taste of our local produce. Location will be decided when we finalise your tour but will be Napier, Hastings or Havelock North depending on season and opening hours. * We are Cruise ship friendly and willing to change start times based on cruise ship arrival and departure. Book on our Mates Travel website to get this organised. * To request Alternative start times or tour customisations - Book on our Mates Travel website. * This tour requires a minimum of 4 guests to operate. If minimum numbers are not met, the tour may be rescheduled or cancelled. In that case, we’ll contact you with alternative dates, tours or offer a full refund.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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